Michael F. Czar

Born Oct. 6, 1923, in Akron, Ohio, he was one of the 10 children of Peter and Mary Czar. He was married to Erma Davis who preceded him in death.

Michael was serving in the United States Navy in Pearl Harbor when the Japanese attacked. He continued his naval career as a pilot, flying with the Blue Angels. After retiring from the military, he worked for the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, where he retired with many years of service.

Michael was a very loving and caring person. He liked helping others, and would often work on cars for his friends and family. He also enjoyed collecting toy cars.

Family meant everything to Michael. He will be greatly missed by those surviving, including his children, Candace (Ronald) Harrell of Blissfield and Ronald (Molly) Czar of California; seven grandchildren, Shelly, Brenda, Teri, Melissa, Rhonda, Brent and Kim; 16 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.

In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Laurie Nicochea, and nine siblings.

The funeral service for Michael will take place at 2 p.m. Friday, Dec. 28, 2012, at Wagley Funeral Home, Tagsold Chapel in Blissfield, with Chaplains Anne Lanier and Kath Lathers officiating. Burial will follow at Pleasant View Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday, from 11 a.m. until the service at 2 p.m.

Contributions in memory of Michael may be made to the American Cancer Society. Online condolences are welcome at www.WagleyFuneralHome.com.